How to travel from Bochum to Basel

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bochum to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 404 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 404, while a flight costs an average of DKK 3,733.

Distance: 271 miles (437 km)

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Driving

DKK 1,019

Average price

DKK 3,733

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DKK 404

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Cheapest

DKK 1,160

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 55m

Average total duration

5h 25m

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30m

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4h 34m

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2h 34m

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2h 0m

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11h 45m

Average total duration

11h 15m

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30m

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5h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.3 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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KLM

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FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Bochum to Basel

Compare the available ways to get from Bochum to Basel, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bochum to Basel is a bus with an average price of DKK 404.

This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Basel:

A bus is DKK 615 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Basel costing on average DKK 1,019.

A bus is DKK 3,329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Basel costing on average DKK 3,733.

The fastest way to travel from Bochum to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 55m.

Bus takes on average 11h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bochum and Basel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bochum to Basel among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 34m faster (5h 25m by train vs 5h 59m by car) and roughly DKK 142 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (DKK 1,019 vs DKK 1,160). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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How to get from Bochum to Basel by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bochum to Basel is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Bochum to Basel

Travel to Basel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bochum to Basel.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bochum and Basel including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bochum to Basel is a bus with an average price of DKK 404.

This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Basel:

A bus is DKK 615 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Basel costing on average DKK 1,019.

A bus is DKK 3,329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Basel costing on average DKK 3,733.

The fastest way to travel from Bochum to Basel is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Basel take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 55m.

Bus takes on average 11h 45m.

The distance from Bochum to Basel is approximately 271 miles (437 km).
The average frequency per day from Bochum to Basel is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bochum and Basel as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bochum to Basel:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bochum Hbf and arrive in Basel SBB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bochum, Hbf and arrive in Basel, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bochum to Basel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Basel by bus.
  • Travel with KLM, British Airways, Air France, Condor Flugdienst, KLM Cityhopper, Vueling to go to Basel by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Basel by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bochum to Basel often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Zurich, Strasbourg, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Basel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Basel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Basel, you can visit the Tinguely Museum to see kinetic sculptures by Jean Tinguely, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and explore the charming Old Town with its medieval buildings and vibrant markets. Art enthusiasts can visit the Fondation Beyeler for modern and tribal art or attend Art Basel for contemporary artworks. Notable sights include the Gothic Basel Minster, the Kunstmuseum Basel, the playful Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo, and the historically significant Rathaus Basel with its red sandstone facade.
Two to three days are sufficient to explore Basel's key attractions, including its museums, old town, and the Rhine River.

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